The Ultimate Top Spring Cleaning Tools Quiz

During the winter a lot of us have a tendency to put off things till spring. The thing is, spring eventually comes and we have to prepare for spring cleaning by making an inventory of the cleaning tools we will need. Take this quiz to see what you'll need.

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Question 1 of 20

What tends to happen in the winter?

Homes are usually kept closed and become a bit stuffy.

Homes tend to be kept closed and become a little stuffy, while all kinds of things wait for better weather.

The crisp cold air motivates us to get things done.

There is a of alertness and desire to get ready for spring.

Question 2 of 20

What are the signs of spring approaching?

end of season sales

longer nights

more sunlight hours and buds on the trees

The sun rises earlier, sets later, and the buds begin to sprout on the trees.

Question 3 of 20

What is it about winter that causes us to postpone tasks and stay at home?

Humans tend to identify with hibernating animals waiting for spring.

Winter is a time for surviving before attacking our spring tasks.

There seems to be a general feeling that you just have to get through the cold of the winter while waiting for the warmth and freshness of spring.

So much energy is expended in winter just to keep warm and dry that taking on extra tasks is impossible.

Question 4 of 20

To clean furniture, what type of spray polish is better for regular use?

Any spray that leaves a substantial waxy coating is good.

Use the spray with the strongest cleaning power.

Spray polishes can damage wood and are not recommended.

Actually, spray polishes can lead to a waxy buildup or even damage the wood.

Question 5 of 20

How effective are liquid and semi-solid furniture polishes for routine dusting?

They are for polishing not dusting.

They are good for polishing but not for routine dusting.

They do the job well.

Liquid polishes are better for dusting.

Question 6 of 20

What is a good tool for dusting?

damp cloth

feather duster

A feather duster is good for dusting.

anything creating electrostatic charges

Question 7 of 20

What type is recommended?

parrot feathers

any feather duster

ostrich feathers

Ostrich feather dusters are considered the best feather dusters.

Question 8 of 20

Why is this particular feather recommended?

It traps dust well.

It has a broad surface and is finely woven so it traps dust until it is shaken out.

Its electrostatic charge loosens the dust.

It is inexpensive and easily cleaned.

Question 9 of 20

What other material is used for dusters?

horsehair

polyester

lambswool

Lambswool also makes a good duster.

Question 10 of 20

What is the advantage of this particular material?

It is inexpensive.

It does not create an electrostatic charge.

It traps dust but does not generate an electrostatic charge.

It moves the dust rather than trapping it.

Question 11 of 20

What does a good duster cost?

10

A good lambswool or ostrich feather duster costs about $10.

20

30

Question 12 of 20

What is one of the main problems related to spring cleaning?

fatigue

skin irritation

The use of strong chemical cleaners can cause skin irritation.

stained clothing

Question 13 of 20

What can you do about this problem?

coat your hands with petroleum jelly

disposable plastic gloves

rubber gloves

You should wear rubber gloves to protect your hands.

Question 14 of 20

Is there an environmentally friendly solution?

Use green cleaners.

There are green cleaners that are less harmful to your skin and the environment.

Only the heavy duty cleaners work well, just dispose of the container properly

Use household products like vinegar, baking soda and salt.

Question 15 of 20

What other problem is there with spring cleaning?

Concentrations of fumes from cleaning chemicals can harm the ozone layer.

You can ruin your clothing.

There is a risk of germ infection.

There is a possibility of germ infection.

Question 16 of 20

Is a mop always a good way to wash the floor?

if the mop head is porous

if the mop head is free of residual grime

The problem is that accumulated grime on the mop head will just move dirt around, not clean.

if there is no electrostatic charge

Question 17 of 20

How are floors in hospitals washed?

using special wringers for mop heads

with special anti-septic detergents

reusable microfiber pads

Reusable microfiber cloth pads are used and changed when soiled.

Question 18 of 20

What does changing mop pads accomplish other than cleaning?

cross-contamination

Avoids cross-contamination caused by wringing dirty water into the cleaning bucket and then using that water to clean another area.

scratch marks

residual grime

Question 19 of 20

How would you clean windows if you had no glass cleaning spray?

liquid soap and paper towels

vinegar and water followed by a squeegee

Wipe the glass with a solution made of equal parts of vinegar and warm water and then use a squeegee to wipe the window or mirror clean.

baking soda and lemon juice and a soft cotton cloth

Question 20 of 20

What is the environmentally friendly way of combating bacteria on your cleaning sponges?

soak them in vinegar

wash them in salt water

microwave them

Instead of throwing them away, microwave them on high for a minute or wash them in chlorine bleach.